At least four people have been confirmed dead and many more injured after three trees inside a market in Jattu m in Etsako West local government Area (LGA) of Edo state fell simultaneously
According to reports, some traders and buyers took cover under the trees following a rainfall when the incident occurred.
An Indigene of the town Sekiru told Ekweanaedo that the windstorm which accompanied the rain uprooted the trees said to be over 100-years okd
A source in the area who simply identified himself as Sule said: “the trees wreck havoc in the community.
The four persons who died have been taken to the mortuary; while those who sustained injuries have also been taken to the hospital for treatment.”
The Chairman, Etsako West LGA, Mr. Marvellous Zibiri confirmed the death and described the incident as tragic.
According to Zibiri “the market is the largest in Edo North attended by traders from within and outside Edo State. The casualties would have been much if not for the rain that prevented traders and other persons from coming very early.
“These are over 100 years old trees, but the wind uprooted them simultaneously.”
Continuing, the council boss who advised people to stay indoors during rainfall, sympathised with the families of those who lost their lives and others who sustained injuries.
He added that the council will repair the destroyed structures and cutdown all trees in the market.
Heavy Rains Uproot Over 100-Year Old Trees In Edo State, Kill 4 Injure Many Others
